Employment At-Will: Hawaii

Summary

Employment relationships in Hawaii are presumed to be at-will, meaning the employment relationship can be terminated by either party, at any time, with or without cause. SeeThe At-Will Relationship.

Hawaii recognizes limited exceptions to the at-will presumption, including written and verbal contracts and public policy exceptions. SeeEmployment At-Will Exceptions.

At-will employees in Hawaii challenging a discharge may file claims against their employers under tort theories, including intentional infliction of emotional distress and defamation, so long as the plaintiff is able to satisfy an evidentiary burden. SeeTort Considerations.

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